Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD34903Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Hemoglobin‑S, Quantitative
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test quantitatively measures hemoglobin S levels in blood, used primarily to monitor patients with known hemoglobin S–related conditions (such as sickle cell disease or trait) for pre‑ or post‑treatment evaluation.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
NGS
Biomarkers
Hemoglobin S
AnalyteHemoglobin S Quant • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 42248‑5
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Lavender‑top tube (EDTA)
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate whole blood
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 2 days ambient |
| Refrigerated | 7 days refrigerated |
